Direct Support Professional Children's Extensive Respite Support

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

CES / SLS POSITION OVERVIEW :

5-25 hours per week depending on individual caseloads.

$17.00 per hour

All positions Contingent on passing Background

Must have a valid Driver's License

Children's Extensive and Supported Living Direct Support Professionals provide supervision and support to an individual with disabilities who is living at home at times when the primary provider of care is absent or is in need of a break The services provided by the Respite Provider allow families / guardians to participate in activities that might otherwise be prohibited by the demands of supporting an individual with a disability. Respite services may be provided in the individual’s home or the respite provider’s home. This opening is specifically posted to support a child with medical needs, such as g-tube experience preferred and seizure disorder experience.

JOB FUNCTIONS :

Job functions are considered essential (all individuals in this position must be able to complete these duties with or without reasonable accommodation) unless otherwise denoted in italic type . Duties noted in italic type may be reassigned by a supervisor. Respite may be provided on a short-term basis (less than 10 hours in a 24-hour period) or a daily basis (more than 10 hours in a 24-hour period)

1. SERVICES AND SUPPORTS. The SLS / CES Respite Provider, as identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP), will provide some or all the following supports that as indicated in the ISP :

• Overnight and waking supervision as defined by the individual’s supervision needs in the service plan.
• Timely and appropriate response to medical, behavioral, or other emergencies.
• Medication administration
• Assistance with hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
• Transportation to and from day program / work.
• Assistance with meals and snacks including meal preparation, assistance with feeding and meal clean-up.
• In home recreation and other leisure activities

2. DOCUMENTATION AND BILLING. Complete / submits required supporting documentation in Therap for services / supports provided. Completes General Event Reports for incidents requiring such. Complete / submit billing as required.

3. OTHER DUTIES. Performs other duties as assigned.

4. ADDENDUM. A list of assignment specific duties is is not included as an addendum to this job description. The addendum may also identify assignment specific job requirements / specifications.

JOB REQUIREMENTS / SPECIFICATIONS :

Education / Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Licenses :

Work Environment : Most job functions are performed in a residential setting but may include limited travel and outdoor activities . Driving may be required on a regular or frequent basis.

General Physical Requirements :

Nothing in this job description restricts the ability of Strive to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. This job description does not create a contract of employment. Employment with STRIVE is at-will and may be terminated at any time by STRIVE or the employee without cause or notice.

Requirements :

JOB REQUIREMENTS / SPECIFICATIONS :

Education / Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Licenses :

Work Environment : Most job functions are performed in a residential setting, but may include limited travel and outdoor activities . Driving may be required on a regular or frequent basis.

General Physical Requirements :